Prioritise Tinubu’s re-election, Ondo ex-speaker urges co-aspirants

In a move that underscores the internal dynamics of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, former Speaker Jumoke Akindele has called for a united front in support of President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid. Akindele, who is also a senatorial aspirant, emphasized that while personal ambitions can be flexible, the President's second term must be the paramount objective for all party faithful.

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I must be frank, while our ambition at this moment is negotiable, the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is non-negotiable.

Her statement highlights a strategic imperative within the party: securing President Tinubu's victory in the 2027 general elections. Akindele stressed that the party's stakeholders in Ondo State have set an ambitious target of delivering no less than one million votes for the President. She cautioned against internal divisions that could jeopardize this collective goal, framing political contests as opportunities to sharpen the party's focus rather than sow discord.

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Since we have all agreed that from Ondo State alone we must give him not less than a million votes, we must do nothing to jeopardise that goal, particularly on the altar of our personal goals.

Akindele's appeal resonates with the broader narrative of consolidating power and ensuring continuity in governance. The former Speaker's call for strategic thinking over emotional pursuits in political ambitions serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between individual aspirations and the overarching goals of the party leadership. The emphasis on unity and a shared vision is presented as crucial for maintaining the party's strength and relevance.

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Our contests should sharpen us, not scatter us. The very platform that carries our aspirations must not become collateral damage in the pursuit of individual goals. A fractured house wins no mandate. If the foundation shakes, no structure stands.